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Updated June 3, 2026 from live stats

D'Andre Swift vs DK MetcalfWho should you start in 2026 fantasy football?

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy start for 2026, averaging 13.2 PPG to DK Metcalf's 10.5 in 2025. Full head to head breakdown below.

The Bottom Line

D'Andre Swift is the better fantasy play this season.

Cross-position decisions depend on league format. In half-PPR, D'Andre Swift (13.2 PPG) is the higher-floor play. DK Metcalf (10.5 PPG) could win a specific week on touchdown variance. For FLEX spots, lean toward the player with the softer defensive matchup that week rather than defaulting to season averages.

Moderate confidence: stats favor the leader, but matchup variance could flip this weekly.

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RBChicago Bears#16PPG LEADER

D'Andre Swift

PPG

13.2

Games

Rush Yds

1,087

Rush TDs

Rec

Rec Yds

299

Bye

Week 10

WRPittsburgh Steelers#25

DK Metcalf

PPG

10.5

Games

Rec

Rec Yds

850

Rec TDs

Targets

Bye

Week 9

The Edge Chart

D'Andre Swift

DK Metcalf

Head to Head

13.2 PPG10.5 PPG

16 GP15 GP

Bye: Week 10Bye: Week 9

Fantasy Tiers

D'Andre Swift: Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB (ranked #16 at the position). DK Metcalf: Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR (ranked #25 at the position). Comparing across positions, raw PPG is less useful than positional scarcity. A Tier 3 (Flex/Starter) RB is harder to replace on waivers than a Tier 4 (Bench/Bye Fill) WR in most league formats.

D'Andre Swift vs DK Metcalf: The Full Breakdown

Comparing D'Andre Swift (RB, Chicago Bears) against DK Metcalf (WR, Pittsburgh Steelers) means weighing two different roles in your fantasy lineup. D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 PPG in 2025 over 16 games, while DK Metcalf posted 10.5 PPG across 15 games.

Cross-position FLEX decisions cannot be made on PPG alone. Positional scarcity, matchup quality, floor versus ceiling, and league scoring format all shift the answer. A 14 PPG tight end in a thin TE week is often worth more than a 16 PPG receiver in a deep WR week, because the opportunity cost on the waiver wire is wildly different.

DraftCall's AI engine weighs all of these signals and returns a verdict with clear reasoning, so you are not cross-referencing four different rankings tabs on a Sunday morning.

D'Andre Swift has his bye in Week 10, DK Metcalf in Week 9. Plan your FLEX rotation around those weeks, especially if either player is anchoring your roster.

Trade Value + Dynasty Outlook

Both are in a similar trade value range. A straight swap would be fair in most leagues, with the tiebreaker going to whichever manager values schedule or bye week more. Dynasty outlook: D'Andre Swift (age 27) is approaching the age where RB production historically drops. Sell-high window is open. DK Metcalf (age 28) is in the middle of his productive window. Stable dynasty value.

Did You Know?

•D'Andre Swift outscored DK Metcalf by a projected 46 total fantasy points over a full 17-game season.
•D'Andre Swift played 16 games in 2025 compared to DK Metcalf's 15. That durability gap means D'Andre Swift contributed more total fantasy points even before you look at per-game averages.
•D'Andre Swift scored 10 total touchdowns in 2025 (0.6 per game), making him one of the more reliable scoring options at running back.
•DK Metcalf caught 59 passes in 2025. Pass-catching backs average 2-3 more PPG in half-PPR than their non-receiving counterparts.

Detailed Stat Breakdown

D'Andre Swift vs DK Metcalf: 2025 fantasy football stat comparison in the half-PPR scoring format.
Stat	D'Andre Swift	DK Metcalf
PPG (Half-PPR)	13.2	10.5
Games Played	16	15
Total Fantasy Pts (est.)	211	158
Rushing Yards	1,087	12
Rush Yds/Game	67.9	0.8
Rushing TDs	9	1
Receptions	34	59
Receiving Yards	299	850
Targets	48	99
Total TDs	10	7
Age	27	28
Experience	5 yrs	6 yrs
Bye Week	Week 10	Week 9

Summary

13.2 PPG for D'Andre Swift versus 10.5 for DK Metcalf in 2025. The baseline favors D'Andre Swift, though the right weekly matchup can flip the script. For a full breakdown that weighs matchup quality, form, and injury reports, try DraftCall's AI comparison engine.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Should I start D'Andre Swift or DK Metcalf in fantasy football?▾

Based on 2025 season averages, D'Andre Swift has the edge at 13.2 PPG compared to DK Metcalf's 10.5 PPG. However, the best start depends on weekly matchup, recent form, and injury status. DraftCall's app provides real-time AI-powered verdicts that factor in all of these variables.

How many fantasy points did D'Andre Swift and DK Metcalf average in 2025?▾

D'Andre Swift averaged 13.2 fantasy points per game (half-PPR) across 16 games in 2025. DK Metcalf averaged 10.5 PPG over 15 games. That is a difference of 2.7 points per game.

When are D'Andre Swift and DK Metcalf's bye weeks in 2026?▾

D'Andre Swift (CHI) has a bye in Week 10, and DK Metcalf (PIT) has a bye in Week 9. Plan your roster accordingly if you are carrying both players.